6 Travel Destinations rich in Black Heritage and Culture

Looking for a place that can truly make you appreciate your African heritage? Or just looking for a great culturally rich country to getaway? Check out the top countries to visit who help you deepen your knowledge and appreciation of African culture and heritage.

Lalibela, Ethiopia

Known as the birthplace of mankind, Ethiopia is also home to over 10 impressive churches and Lucy, which can be found at the National Museum in Addis Ababa. The churches have been built in the ground and regardless of your religion, you will surely be impressed by these outstanding displays of ancient African architecture.

Brasilia, Brazil

Said to have the “body of America and the soul of Africa”, Brazil has a strong African influence in its music and food. Here are a lot of brown and black skin shades that grace the beautiful beaches of this lively country. The prices are also extremely low here, so there’s no better time than now to go. Free flight comparison with Skyscanner, your flight search starts here!

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai is one of the most luxurious and cosmopolitan destination that you can find in the Middle East. Less strict than their Gulf neighbors, you can have a great time spending your days and nights at some of the most opulent and lavish hotels and clubs, while also coming in to contact with a very unique culture.

Almost everything here is big and grand, and there are tons of activities to keep you busy such as desert safaris, operas, water parks and many more.

Nubian Pyramids, Sudan

Most people when they think of pyramids, they immediately correlate them with the pyramids from Egypt, the big and impressive structures built by our black ancestors. But just as impressive are the 200 Nubian pyramids built by the original Kushites. Sudan is dotted with many small pyramids that have been built 800 years after the ancient

Egyptian pyramids were built. These Nubian pyramids were designed as tombs for the kings and queens and warriors of that time. Check out the famous Meroe site and see one of Africa’s most underrated sites.

Loango National Park, Gabon

For those of you who want to get in touch with nature, the Loango National Park in Gabon is the perfect place to visit. Have one of your wildest dreams fulfilled and go on a safari to be among the wildlife in their natural habitat. The safari stretches across a forest, a beach, a savannah, and a swamp and you can see gorillas, whales and elephants in their natural environments. This last Eden of Africa is located along the Atlantic Coast, and it will definitely make you fall in love with the native wildlife.

Goree Island, Senegal

Goree Island, Senegal is where the House of Slaves and its Door of No Return are located. The Maison des Esclaves museum was opened 50 years ago to memorialize the final exit point for the slaves of Africa. This is a place with an emotional and tough history, but it is definitely worth visiting. At least 1 million slaves traveled through this point before leaving the African Continent for the Americas.